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Rules and Regulations

The Melvern Lake Project is regulated by Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations governing public use of Corps of Engineers water resources development projects. For a list of all rules and regulations please reference the link below.

Please observe the following rules while in the park. Keep in mind that these rules not only protect park resources and visitor safety, but also reflect common courtesy toward other park visitors.

- Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, unless a reservation has been made through the NRRS. Check-in & check-out time is 6:00 p.m.

- Campers should check at the fee booth for site availability. Campsites might be reserved. If booth is closed, refer to the campsite reservation board, select site, make camp and return to fee booth when open.

- Camping fees are collected per campsite. To avoid overcrowding sites a maximum of 2 units is allowed per campsite (2 tents or 1 tent and 1 RV) and a maximum of 2 vehicles is allowed per campsite.

- Travel and parking are only allowed on park roadways. When parking at campsites, keep at least 2 wheels on the road or camp pad.

- Use of the Golden Age/Golden Access Passport or the America The Beautiful Pass is restricted to the cardholder and his/her immediate campsite only. Discounts can not be applied to more than 1 campsite and can not be given to friends, relatives, etc.

- Wading pools, water slides and other large water toys are not allowed in park areas, due to water waste, turf degradation and the potential drowning hazard.

- Beer kegs or party balls are not allowed in the campgrounds or on the beach.

- Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Visitors must be out of the campgrounds by 10 p.m.

- All pets must be kept on a leash not more than 6 feet in length. Pets are not allowed in shower buildings, restrooms or on the swimming beach.

- Please keep a clean campsite. Trash bags are provided and should be deposited in the dumpsters upon departure.

- When departing the campsite please stack any leftover firewood, off the grass, next to the fire ring.

The mission of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is to deliver vital public and military engineering services; partnering in peace and war to strengthen our nation’s security, energize the economy and reduce risks from disasters.

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